Learn the latest theories and methodologies of crash reconstruction and expand your knowledge of the principles of collision analysis in this advanced course. We will explore topics that have previously received limited coverage, as well as many new ones. While the course can be thought of as “in-service” training for traffic crash reconstructionists, ACTAR candidates will also find it beneficial.

We will review the mathematical equations that are used in conjunction with crash data to interpret how a collision occurred. Emphasis will be placed upon skid characteristics, spin analysis, critical speed yaw analysis and friction. The concepts of time-distance, uniform circular motion, pole impacts, and conservation of linear momentum are just a few of the topics that will be covered.

As part of the course, you will be required to complete several in-class projects and a comprehensive, multi-disciplinary project designed to reinforce the class material.

Topics Include: 

Using geometry, trigonometry and selected mathematical topics as neededDynamics, kinematics, and Newton’s Laws of Motion as vector equationsDrag/acceleration factor testing and determinationCritical speed yaw analysis important differences between CSY and spin analysis time-distance analysisPole and narrow object impactsApplications of conservation of linear momentumFundamentals of rollover crash reconstructionUniform projectile motion and airborne speed analysis

KSP COURSE ONLY - UNITS INTERESTED IN ATTENDING THIS COURSE:  READ THIS COURSE DESCRIPTION IN ITS ENTIRETY.

This course will teach the student how to operate unmanned aerial systems to document a crash and crime scenes.  The student will then take data collected in the field with a UAS and process the data with Pix4D Mapper Software and Trimble Forensics Reveal software to produce scale diagrams and analyze the data.

Each student will receive an 8-hour UAS Operator Course certificate, and a 32-hour Forensic Mapping with sUAS certificate.  This course is KLEC Credited for a total of 40-hours.

Course Prerequisite:

This is an Advanced Forensic Mapping Course.  This course requires a heavy use of computer and software equipment.  Students requesting to attend the course should be familiar with the use of forensic mapping equipment, software, and basic UAS operations.

Each student shall have already received training from KSP's Forensic Mapping course.

Lodging:

KSP - Available at KSP Headquarters on a first-come, first-serve bases.  Contact Sonia Way to reserve a room email: sonia.way@ky.gov

Required Equipment:

• Unmanned Aerial System
  • Remote Controller
  • Tablet
  • Charged batteries
  • Firmware/applications updated
• MDT or Alienware Computer
  • Plug Charger
  • 2-button mouse with scroll wheel
  • 32GB USB Thumb Drive
  • All students are required to have their own computer with Pix4D Mapper Software (apply for a temporary license no sooner than 5-Days in advance of the class.  Do not plan to share a computer with a buddy)
• Applications on your Tablet or Smart Phone:
  • B4UFly
  • Aloft (formerly Kittyhawk)
  • Pix4D Capture
  • Appropriate UAS Controller App (DJIGo4, DJI Pilot, etc.)
• Ground Control Targets (if issued)
• Total Station Equipment

Attire:

In-service appropriate attire.  If open-carrying, please wear badge visibly.  No jeans, shorts, t-shirts, or open-toed shoes/sandals.

Parking:

Please park in the lower lot (in-service / visitor parking).

Point of Contact:

jack.hedges@ky.gov

KLEC Course # 2383-23K - sUAS Operations for Law Enforcement

KLEC Course # 2522-23K - Forensic Mapping with sUAS